Girls' Varsity Soccer Secures Thrilling 1-0 Victory Over Tomah

In a gripping soccer face-off, the Baraboo Thunderbirds clutched a narrow 1-0 win against the Tomah Timberwolves on April 10, 2025, at Beryl Neuman Stadium. The chilly and overcast conditions at Flambeau Field set the stage for what turned out to be a defensive showdown in this regular season clash. Throughout the first half, neither team could break the deadlock, entering halftime with the score locked at 0-0. However, the resolve of the Thunderbirds, led by sophomore Kylee Hollenbeck-Smith, eventually paid off. Hollenbeck-Smith's unassisted goal proved to be the game's only score and clenched the win for Baraboo. Goalkeeper Leah Hess played a crucial role, keeping a clean sheet that ultimately secured the victory. The defensive unit received high praise for their staunch resistance against Tomah's offensive efforts. "Defense was an impenetrable wall against Tomoah's strikers, and their efforts didn't waver," noted the team. The players' spirit and tenacity were echoed in forward Reese Olson's comments, "Determination won this game - we didn't give up." Goalie Leah Hess added, "I think the hardest games are the ones when the score is 1 or 2 - one goal can change the whole game." Coach Lang commended the squad's performance, emphasizing their unity and mental strength: "It was a physical battle but we were up for the challenge. We played as a cohesive unit throughout the entirety of the match and kept level heads." Looking ahead, the Thunderbirds, now standing at a 3-1 record, will encounter Stoughton High on April 12 at Stoughton High School. As they continue their campaign, the Thunderbirds aim to maintain their winning form and strong team dynamics.